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ARTICLE – The concept of the “Good News”
The concept of the “Good News” or “Gospel” is central to evangelization, encapsulating the message of salvation and hope through Jesus Christ. The article titled “We Don’t Need Another Evangelistic Course; We Need a Better Vision of the Good News” challenges the Christian community to reimagine how this message is
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 28, 2025 (St. Thomas Aquinas, Priest, Doctor)
Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother. (Mark 3.31-35) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Letter from the Bishop – January 14, 2025 The letter and PDF version from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. can be found here: Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Diocese of
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ARTICLE – Love as the Heart of Church Life and Mission
Love is central to the life and teaching of the Church. It emerges not merely as an abstract ideal but as the essence of authentic Christian living—a guiding principle that transforms both individuals and communities. In Scripture, love is the heart of God’s revelation to humanity. Jesus Christ himself affirmed
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ARTICLE – The Spirit of Spiritual Conversation: A Path to Transformation
During the Synod on Synodality, spiritual conversation emerged as an essential means of discernment and communion. This process transcends mere exchange of ideas to become a profoundly spiritual encounter where listening, dialogue, and the shared search for God’s will take center stage. The Synod’s final document aptly illustrates this spirit
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 21, 2025 (St. Agnes, Virgin, Martyr)
The Sabbath was made for people, and not people for the Sabbath. (Mark 2.23-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Letter from the Bishop – January 14, 2025 The letter and PDF version from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. can be found here: Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Diocese of Pembroke
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 14, 2025 (Ferial)
He taught them as one having authority. (Mark 1.21-28) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Letter from the Bishop – January 14, 2025 The letter and PDF version from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. can be found here: Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Diocese of Pembroke World Day of Prayer for
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Diocesan Pastoral Planning – letter from the bishop – January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025 Dear Sisters and Brothers of the Diocese of Pembroke, As Pilgrims of Hope, we have begun this New Year and inaugurated the Jubilee, walking together as we follow Jesus our Redeemer. Accompanied by Mary, we want to embrace the future with hope! I write to you today
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Prayer for When We Feel Lost
Heavenly Father, in this moment of confusion, I seek Your light to illuminate my path. As I navigate through the shadows of doubt, I ask that You enlighten me with the brightness of Your inner light. May Your divine presence dispel the darkness that clouds my mind and heart, guiding
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ARTICLE – How to Share Your Faith with Others
Sharing your Christian faith can be one of the greatest blessings you give to someone because it offers them the opportunity to experience the same transformative love, hope, and salvation that you have found in Jesus Christ. It is a way to extend God’s grace and mercy to those who
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RECOMMENDED BOOK – Revive and Thrive: Transforming Parishes into Mission Driven Communities
At a time when parishes are facing declining numbers and dwindling engagement, Revive and Thrive provides a blueprint to breathe new life into parish communities and engage in the core principles of evangelization and disciple-making. Order in the US – Order in CANADA In this practical guide, you
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – January 7, 2025 (St. André Bessette, Religious)
Jesus looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people. (Mark 6.34-44) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Christmas and New Year Messages Bishop Brehl’s Christmas and New Year messages are now available on our diocesan YouTube channel: New Year
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ARTICLE – Love and Time
There once was an island where all the feelings lived: Happiness, Sadness, Wealth, Knowledge, and Love. One day, the island began to sink. All the feelings jumped into their boats and left. But Love stayed. Love wanted to make sure everyone else got away safely. When the island was almost
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ARTICLE – Evangelization: Sharing the Joy, Peace, and Hope of Christ
When we live our faith, it is essential to keep our eyes on the blessings we receive from our relationship with Jesus. These blessings not only enrich our own lives but also empower us to share the Good News with others. By reflecting on the transformative difference Jesus makes in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 24, 2024 (Ferial)
The dawn from on high will break upon us. (Luke 1.67-79) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Christmas and New Year Messages Bishop Brehl’s Christmas message is now available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKCdDEvp8DY. The Bishop’s New Year messages will soon be available on our diocesan YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@pembrokediocese. Christmas holiday schedule The Chancery
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ARTICLE – Priestly Leadership in Evangelization
The role of the priest in the parish Church is pivotal, especially in the context of evangelization. As shepherds of their communities, priests are called to be the primary heralds of the Gospel, guiding their parishioners in their faith journey and fostering a culture of evangelization. This mission is not
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TESTIMONY – Café evangelization at the University of Mary Washington
Father Richard A. Miserendino, the chaplain of Catholic Campus Ministry at the University of Mary Washington, faced a challenge when he realized that students were not visiting him during the day. To address this, he took the initiative to meet students where they are by setting up a presence at
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 17, 2024 (Ferial)
Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham. (Matthew 1.1-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Advent 2024 Message Watch the Advent 2024 Message from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxmEFAOUL2Y. Prayers For the repose of the soul of Sister Rita Catherine Kehoe (Sr. Mary Claudia), a Grey
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ARTICLE – Evangelization: A Living Testament of God’s Love
Evangelization is the profound mission of spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ, but its essence extends far beyond mere verbal proclamation. At its heart, evangelization is a dynamic expression of God’s transformative love through both word and action. The foundation of true evangelization rests in love – not as
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ARTICLE – Living in The Joy of The Gospel
In 2013, Pope Francis gifted the Church with his apostolic exhortation “Evangelii Gaudium” (The Joy of the Gospel), a profound meditation on the fundamental relationship between Christian faith and joy. This landmark document reminds us that joy is not peripheral to our faith but central to it – a divine
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ARTICLE – In The Beginning Was the Word: The Primary Role of Scriptures in Evangelization
Before anything else – before the sacraments, before church traditions, before religious practices – Scripture stands as the foundation of all evangelization. Just as a seed must be planted before a tree can grow, the Word of God must take root in hearts before faith can flourish. And Holy Scriptures
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 10, 2024 (Ferial)
It is not the will of your Father that one of these little ones should be lost. (Matthew 18.12-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Advent 2024 Message Watch the Advent 2024 Message from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxmEFAOUL2Y. Spanish Mass – Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebrated by
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ARTICLE – One-Phrase Evangelization
As we build relationships with our neighbours and try to show God’s love with our lives, we sometimes hear about their burdens and challenges, and our hearts naturally move to offer comfort and support. In these moments, sharing an encouraging verse from Scripture can be like offering a light in
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ARTICLE – Asking Each Day for the Grace to Help Someone
The love of neighbor lies at the heart of Christian life. In loving others, we respond to Jesus’ call: “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34). Yet love, above all, is a grace. For this reason, we should daily seek the grace to help someone. Acts of
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ARTICLE – The Parish as an Expression of God’s Love for the World
In the face of declining church attendance and a growing secularization, the Catholic Church is called to reimagine the role of the parish as a missionary outpost that expresses God’s boundless love for all people (Evangelii Gaudium, 28). The statistics are sobering with regular mass attendance plummeting, yet, this moment
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